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Sustainable windows and doors begin with responsibly sourced and low-embodied-carbon materials — FSC-certified timber, recycled aluminium, or fibreglass composites — paired with high-performance glazing such as double or triple glazing with low-emissivity (low-e) coatings. These technologies dramatically reduce heat transfer, cutting heating and cooling loads and the associated greenhouse gas emissions.

Sustainable furniture and furnishings, integral to biophilic design, prioritize eco-friendly materials and low-VOC finishes, promoting both environmental responsibility and indoor air quality. These choices not only reduce the ecological footprint of interior spaces but also enhance the connection with nature, fostering a healthier and aesthetically pleasing living environment.

Sustainable partitions for commercial use are increasingly popular, with the new emphasis on eco-friendly materials. Natural materials such as bamboo, compressed straw reclaimed wood, and cork are gaining prominence for their aesthetic appeal and low environmental impact. These materials not only offer a warm and inviting atmosphere but also reduce the carbon footprint of partition construction.  These sustainable choices reduce waste and promote a more environmentally responsible approach to interior design, aligning with the growing demand for greener and more sustainable office spaces.

Ocean Drop is made from salvaged timber from Tasmania’s wild west coast. The smooth, steam-bent curves in this lighting piece subtly imitate the ocean drop and its beauty found in simplicity.

The BEEB™ is a solar canopy system for commercial, and public infrastructure - bus shelters, parking canopies and solar charging EV-Stations. altPlus solutions reduce the carbon footprint & improve the health, wellbeing & efficiency of our buildings & spaces while improving our everyday surroundings.

The Hippo Farm project by T3 Architects in Vietnam is an exemplary model of sustainable and biophilic architecture. The project, which aims to provide a safe and healthy environment for a pony-club, permaculture garden and ecolodge, has been designed to minimize its environmental impact and maximize its contribution to the local ecosystem.

Cork is a material that has been used for centuries due to its unique properties, and it has now become an increasingly popular choice in the design and construction industries. It is a versatile, sustainable, and renewable material that offers numerous benefits to both the environment and society. One example of how cork is being used in innovative ways is through the Corkbrick modular office furniture system.

When it comes to insulating our homes, businesses or vehicles, we often think of the traditional materials such as fibreglass or foam. However, there is a natural option that offers a range of benefits that are hard to match by any other material. Natural wool insulation, supplied by Havelock Wool on Planitree, offers a fast, easy, and safe installation.

Non-toxic paint is becoming an increasingly popular choice for people who want to protect their health and the environment. One excellent example of non-toxic paint is Ecolour Ceiling White, a zero-VOC, acrylic paint that offers many benefits over traditional paints.

Products made from recycled plastics like Wehlers R.U.M. chairs are an excellent example of how recycled plastic can have a second life and help to protect our planet. The R.U.M. Original Orange chair is made from plastic collected from either the ocean or households, and each chair removes nearly 2kg of plastic from the ocean.